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🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Record Cold of the Century is Born Around Midnight

Estonia is experiencing a record cold spell lasting for 59 days, but temperatures are expected to rise above freezing today, February 26.

Feb 26 • 16:03 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Biting cold and record bills have prompted a look towards Latvians: here’s how residents will be heated

Lithuanian residents are increasingly turning to Latvia for alternative biofuel sources to stabilize heating costs amid rising prices and harsh winter conditions.

Feb 23 • 13:53 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The climatologist explained what caused the record frost and what kind of weather to expect later

The article discusses the record low temperatures in Lithuania this winter, highlighting the unprecedented cold conditions that have been observed since the beginning of the year.

Feb 19 • 17:12 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The idea of Alytus women who gathered seals created a record for Lithuania: "The sea is a witness to our strength"

A group of cold water enthusiasts in Lithuania gathered on the beach to form the word 'Seals', setting a record and promoting the benefits of cold water swimming for community strength and health.

Feb 19 • 13:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

A Long Pressure Anomaly Brought Record Storms and Freezes to Europe

A long-lasting pressure anomaly has caused record-breaking storms and extreme cold temperatures across Europe.

Feb 18 • 21:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

The impressive aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford sails towards the Middle East: could beat deployment record days since the Cold War

The USS Gerald R. Ford is sailing towards the Middle East amid rising tensions between Washington and Tehran, potentially setting a record for deployment days since the Cold War.

Feb 18 • 17:39 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

K-222: A Russian nuclear submarine has ushered in the titanium era in the depths

The K-222 is a unique Russian nuclear submarine made of titanium that entered service in 1969 and achieved a record speed of 44.7 knots.

Feb 18 • 15:26 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

HELLO, WINTER ⟩ Record Cold Measured in Latvia in February

Latvia set a new record for the coldest temperature measured on February 17th, reaching minus 32 degrees Celsius in Daugavpils.

Feb 18 • 14:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Kurre Westerlund was shocked by his electricity bill: 'It takes a huge toll on me'

Finnish artist Kurre Westerlund expressed his dismay over a record-high electricity bill of 1,600 euros for January, attributing it to extreme cold and the need for heating.

Feb 18 • 14:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Turning point in electricity's exorbitant prices

Finland is experiencing record-high electricity prices due to a combination of cold weather and low wind energy production, leading to significant energy consumption.

Feb 17 • 15:31 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Stork defies winter cold and arrives record early at Sønderjylland nest

A stork named Peter has arrived early at a nest in Sønderjylland, marking the earliest recorded arrival for storks in Denmark.

Feb 17 • 09:58 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Record Electricity Use Broken

Finland saw a record amount of electricity consumption in January 2023, totaling 9.6 terawatt-hours due to cold weather increasing heating needs.

Feb 17 • 08:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Now it has been revealed how Finns behaved during the severe cold weather

In January, Finland experienced an unprecedented surge in electricity consumption due to extreme cold weather, reaching a record 9.6 terawatt-hours.

Feb 17 • 07:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Electricity usage set a record in Finland in January

Finland experienced unprecedented electricity usage in January, reaching 9.6 terawatt-hours, primarily due to exceptionally cold weather.

Feb 17 • 07:03 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The coldest temperature in Europe and a new record for February 17 in Daugavpils

Daugavpils recorded the lowest temperature in Europe at minus 32 degrees Celsius, setting a new record for February 17 in Latvia.

Feb 17 • 05:11 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

This morning, the frost in Daugavpils has reached 32 degrees - a new record for February 17 in Latvia

Latvia has set a new record low temperature of -32 degrees Celsius today, February 17, significantly surpassing previous records from 1979.

Feb 17 • 03:14 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

In Lithuania - Nearly 30 Degrees of Frost: Just Half a Degree Short of a Record

Lithuania experienced extreme cold with temperatures dropping to nearly -30 degrees Celsius, just shy of a historical record.

Feb 16 • 08:45 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Cold records for the second decade of the month have been set in Liepāja and Rucava

This week, Latvia has witnessed record low temperatures, with Rucava experiencing -27.5 degrees Celsius, breaking past records from February.

Feb 16 • 07:09 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Weather Update: A Bit More Cold, But Spring is Knocking at the Door

Lithuania recorded an extreme cold in Skuode, reaching a record low temperature of -29.8°C, which may be broken again soon.

Feb 15 • 14:16 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In the Seaside – a Festival for Sauna Lovers: Even the Record Cold Didn't Deter Attendees

A festival celebrating sauna culture features various programs, educational lectures, and recreational activities, despite facing record low temperatures.

Feb 15 • 11:17 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Weather: this Sunday is the coldest February 15th in Lithuania

On February 15th, Lithuania recorded its coldest temperatures with readings plummeting to -29.8 degrees Celsius in Skuodas and lower temperatures in other regions.

Feb 15 • 10:20 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Record Cold in Lithuania, Frost Limit Reached in Latvia

Lithuania has recorded a new low temperature for February 15, while Latvia has reported temperatures dropping to extreme frost levels.

Feb 15 • 09:26 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Meteorologists: Record Cold in Skuodas

Meteorologists reported a record low temperature of -29.8 degrees Celsius in Skuodas, Lithuania, breaking a long-standing record set in 1964.

Feb 15 • 09:17 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Cold records broken in Liepaja, Rucava, and Jelgava meteorological stations

Latvia experienced record low temperatures, with readings dropping below -24 degrees Celsius across various regions.

Feb 15 • 05:44 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

New frost record in Southern Finland

Southern Finland experiences a new record low temperature of -32.8 degrees Celsius in Vihti.

Feb 14 • 15:15 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
World

Kiviselg: Russia Timed Record Airstrikes on Ukraine for Cold Weather

Colonel Ants Kiviselg reports that Russia has dramatically increased its airstrikes against Ukraine during the recent cold weather, targeting energy infrastructure.

Feb 13 • 10:55 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Half the World is Burning... 50 Degrees in Cold January-February

Record heat and devastating wildfires are affecting multiple countries in the Southern Hemisphere, including Argentina, Chile, Australia, and South Africa, as 2026 begins.

Feb 13 • 05:27 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Does the energy sector endure harsher winters?

Paulina Grądzik confirms the safety of Poland's energy sector during extreme cold, highlighting record demands and generation levels.

Feb 12 • 13:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

In Pictures: Record Cold in New York

New York has been experiencing unprecedented record low temperatures recently.

Feb 10 • 14:40 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Last night it froze very unevenly: in some places only -12, in others -27 degrees of frost

Lithuania experienced extreme temperature variations during the night, with the coldest recorded at -26.9 degrees in Šeduva, although this is still well above the historical record of -33.3 degrees set in 1940.

Feb 10 • 09:24 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The cold is not going away, but relief is on the horizon: the thermal record map and how the weather continues in New York

New York experiences a brief respite from severe Arctic cold, with temperatures rising above freezing in the coming days.

Feb 10 • 08:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

January Cold Hits All of Lithuania – Bills Shock Not Only in Vilnius

January's severe cold has led to a significant increase in heating bills across Lithuania, with many residents experiencing record-high costs.

Feb 10 • 07:58 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The fifth warmest January on record – significant weather variations in the north and south

January 2026 marked the fifth warmest January on record globally, despite notable cold spells in Europe due to unusual polar jet stream activity.

Feb 10 • 04:52 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

The world had the 5th hottest January on record, despite cold in the USA and Europe

January 2023 was marked as the fifth hottest January globally, according to Copernicus, despite experiencing severe cold waves in parts of Europe and the United States.

Feb 10 • 03:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Over 5,000 cold-stunned iguanas removed in two days during state's record freeze

During a recent cold snap, over 5,000 cold-stunned iguanas were removed in Florida as residents were allowed to capture them without permits.

Feb 8 • 01:36 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

New York could approach its historic cold record this weekend; Mamdani warns of 'lethal conditions'

New York City is bracing for potentially record-low temperatures this weekend as an arctic front continues to grip the area, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani warning of dangerous conditions.

Feb 7 • 13:23 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

New York could approach its historical record of cold this weekend due to a new Arctic front: "Lethal conditions"

New York is expected to face potentially record-breaking cold temperatures this weekend as an Arctic front continues to affect the city.

Feb 7 • 06:48 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

New York could approach its historical cold record this weekend, warns mayor

New York City is expected to experience dangerously low temperatures this weekend due to an arctic front, with forecasts predicting temperatures dropping to -10°F (-23.3°C), according to Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

Feb 6 • 22:41 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Due to the Frost.. Gazprom Pumps Record Gas Supplies to the Russian Market

Gazprom has reported a new record for gas supplies to Russian consumers for the fourth consecutive day to combat the cold weather.

Feb 6 • 11:11 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

THURSDAY SUMMARY ⟩ Record cold eats away at salaries? Blogger Mallukas received an enormous electricity bill

Blogger Mallukas shares her shock over receiving a significantly high electricity bill in January due to record cold temperatures, which may increase electricity costs by up to four times.

Feb 6 • 10:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

January electricity bills take breath away. Silvia Ilves' record amount: it's half more than last month!

Many were surprised to receive their January electricity bills, with record cold potentially increasing bills by up to four times, as noted by cellist Silvia Ilves who experienced a bill double that of last month.

Feb 5 • 11:29 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Is it raining iguana lizards? Cold wave in Florida sparks interest from Twitter users

A severe polar cold wave has hit the southern states of America, particularly Florida, causing record low temperatures and drawing attention on social media.

Feb 4 • 13:44 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
World

Zelensky: Russia violated a promise to Trump and attacked energy infrastructure in Ukraine during extreme cold

Ukrainian President Zelensky accused Russia of launching a record number of missiles and drones during a severe cold wave, coinciding with renewed peace talks in Abu Dhabi.

Feb 4 • 12:28 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

No more: authorities in Miami ask to stop bringing frozen iguanas after a mass hunting operation

Florida's Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has urged southern Florida residents to stop bringing in frozen iguanas after a record cold snap led to the deaths of over 2,000 iguanas.

Feb 4 • 12:24 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Enefit: High electricity prices reflect the lack of competitive electricity production

In January, Estonia experienced a record average electricity price of 15.4 cents/kWh, driven by cold weather, high demand, and insufficient cheap renewable energy.

Feb 4 • 10:44 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

VIDEO Frozen iguanas falling from trees in Florida

A cold wave in Florida has caused thousands of iguanas to freeze and fall from trees as temperatures hit record lows, dropping to -4°C in Orlando, the lowest February temperature since 1923.

Feb 4 • 06:14 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

The Truth about the Record Cold May Bring up to Four Times Higher Electricity Bills

January's extreme cold has significantly increased energy costs, particularly for homes using heat pumps, potentially resulting in electricity bills that are four times higher than usual.

Feb 4 • 05:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

January was exceptionally colder and dryer than average

January had an unusually cold and dry weather pattern, with an average nationwide temperature of -1.6°C, 0.7°C lower than normal, and record low precipitation and humidity levels.

Feb 4 • 01:21 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

January one of the coldest months in decades in some places

January has been recorded as one of the coldest months in decades across several areas, marked by winter storms, heavy snowfall, and record-low temperatures, according to climatologist Sverker Hellström.

Feb 3 • 18:55 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Poland Again Broke the Record for Electricity Demand and Production. There Was No Power Shortage

Poland recently set a new record for electricity demand and production, showcasing its ability to maintain energy stability during peak demand caused by cold temperatures.

Feb 3 • 18:06 UTC

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